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AKG Pro Audio D12VR Dynamic Microphone, Black
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Recommended Uses For Product | Kick Drum Live and Recording Applications |
Brand | AKG |
Model Name | D12 VR |
Connectivity Technology | XLR |
Connector Type | XLR |
Special Feature | large-diaphragm |
Compatible Devices | Audio Interface, Audio Mixer, Amplifier |
Color | Black |
Included Components | D12 VR Microphone |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
About this item
- Ultra thin diaphragm for accurate reproduction of the instruments sound
- Optimized bass chamber for enhanced low frequency performance
- Patented switchable active-filter presets three sound shapes to match the drums character
- Same transformer as legendary AKG C414 delivers a warm sound especially at high signal levels
- Cardioid polar pattern rejects overspill from nearby instruments
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Product information
Audio Sensitivity | 10 dB |
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Item Weight | 1.8 Pounds |
Impedance | 200 Ohm |
Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.06 x 7.87 x 3.94 inches |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Material | Copper |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
Hardware Platform | Television |
Number of Channels | 1 |
Noise Level | 10 dB |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00885038033196 |
Manufacturer | AKG |
UPC | 885038033196 |
Item Weight | 1.79 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 9.06 x 7.87 x 3.94 inches |
Country of Origin | Austria |
ASIN | B00A6WTISC |
Item model number | 3220H00010 |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank |
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 13, 2012 |
Color Name | Black |
Material Type | Copper |
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The AKG Pro Audio D12 VR is a reference large-diaphragm dynamic microphone with cardioid polar pattern. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low frequency performance. Its warm sound is realized by the original C414 transformer, especially impressive at high signal levels. The D12 VR features three active filter presets to match its sound shape with the kick drum's character. When activated, the output level is automatically reduced by 10 dB. The filter settings can be controlled using a switch on the microphone body. Without phantom power, the microphone operates in passive mode and delivers the instruments pure sound.
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AKG D12 VR Reference Large-Diaphragm Dynamic Microphone

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The D12 VR is a reference large-diaphragm dynamic microphone with cardioid polar pattern. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low frequency performance. Its warm sound is realized by the original C414 transformer, especially impressive at high signal levels. The D12 VR features three active filter presets to match its sound shape with the kick drum s character. When activated, the output level is automatically reduced by 10 dB. The filter settings can be controlled using a switch on the microphone body. Without phantom power, the microphone operates in passive mode and delivers the instruments pure sound.
Ultra Thin Diaphrahm
For accurate reproduction of the instruments sound.
Optimized Bass Chamber
For enhanced low frequency performance.
Patented Switchable Active-Filter Presets
To match the drums character.
Original C414 Transformer
Delivers a warm sound especially at high signal levels.

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power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | XLR | XLR | XLR | Wired | XLR |
connector type | XLR | XLR | XLR | XLR | XLR |
model number | 3220H00010 | 508828 | 700366 | WM-1000 | 3100H00150 |
material | Copper | Copper | — | — | Metal |
audio sensitivity | 10 decibels | 145 decibels | — | — | 52 decibels |
signal-to-noise ratio | 80 decibels | 25 decibels | — | 78 decibels | 76 decibels |
polar pattern | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Omnidirectional | Unidirectional |
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2014Wow, you can never use a better kick-drum mic!!!
I do pro audio, and I have both the beta 52a and akg d112, but i wanted something more, and simple enough to use.. and bam! This mic does the job!
Listen, this mic will blow any other low frequency microphone out of the water, guaranteed!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2014Stop struggling to get a great kick drum sound. This mic gives you the exact big fat kick that you've been searching for.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022This is by far the best purpose built kick drum mic I’ve ever used. At the flat setting, it sounds like your kick drum, for better out worse. It’s not dull or flat; it’s big and true; it’s a very high resolution capture of what your kick sounds like. This will not only let you hear the nuances of your head choice and tuning, but it allows maximum flexibility for an engineer to tailor the sound with EQ and other processing to suit the music. No pre-EQ’d cliches here. As for the phantom-powered EQ pre sets, they’re tastefully implemented for those who need an out of the box sound in a pinch. The mic sounds “big” and can handle the highest SPLs at the front head port without any distortion. It looks cool too. This is, in my opinion, the new benchmark in kick drum mics. It’s expensive but it’s versatility and quality justifies the cost.